Miniseries Plot
A-League giant Melbourne Victory is at its lowest ebb in 2021, a broken giant and pale imitation of its former glory. Dream Big charts the club’s reconstruction under renowned coach, and follows ex-Socceroo Tony Popovic into the inner sanctum for unprecedented access to the club and one of Australia’s most successful coaches. A four-part series that charts the 2021/22 rebuild, this authentic football documentary enters the bowels of Victory HQ in mid 2021, with one almighty mess to clean up after the club’s worst season ever.
Dream Big Miniseries aired on December 16th, 2022.
Miniseries Episodes
1. All Change
Entering the bowels of Victory HQ in mid 2021, there is one almighty mess to clean up after the club's worst season ever. The biggest rebuild in A-League history is underway, and no-one is immune from the axe as the board gets hands on.
2. Derbies and Details
Socceroos greats reveal what makes Popovic one of the most revered players of the golden generation. The on-field turnaround is taking shape, highlighted by the dramatic Melbourne derby & FFA Cup win.
3. We Want More
Victory stars reflect on where their careers began, while a former Socceroo reveals extraordinary details of the "project" to turn his son into a professional footballer. COVID chaos in Japan and the Melbourne derby are all explored.
4. Enjoy the Challenge
Candid talks around form & contracts take place as Victory enters the business end of the season, with a special behind-the-scenes look at Jake Brimmer's emotional Johnny Warren medal win, as he reflects on his Liverpool move & raising his daughter.
